First Takes
String Orchestra of New York City
"First Takes" features world premiere recordings of four new works by outstanding American composers from the younger generation: Chris Theofanidis; Paul Moravec; Lisa Bielawa; and Michael Gatonska, beautifully performed by the String Orchestra of New York City (SONYC). SONYC was founded in 1999 and is already acclaimed as one of the leading ensembles in New York City. Performing without a conductor, the individual members each have an impact on the artistic process. Whether performing standard repertoire or the kind of new music on this CD, SONYC strives to inspire and educate its audiences.
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Track Listing
| Title | Composer | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Visions and Miracles | Chris Theofanidis | String Orchestra of New York City |
| Morph | Paul Moravec | String Orchestra of New York City |
| The Trojan Women | Lisa Bielawa | String Orchestra of New York City |
| Transformation of the Hummingbird | Michael Gatonska | String Orchestra of New York City |
Reviews
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"Impeccable intonation, impeccable ensemble, and musically in spades. Add to that the music they're playing...and you've got a winner of a disc. ...a remarkable disc and I particularly recommend it for those looking for modern string-orchestra music."
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"SONYC has put together a beautiful, exhilarating program...The conductorless group plays all of it tightly and with great energy."
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